coleus

Garden uses

Notes

Coleus (Coleus scutellarioides) is a perennial for annual beds. It grows outdoors year-round in USDA zone 10 and warmer, down to about 30°F (-1°C). In colder areas, grow it as a houseplant or bring it indoors for winter. This plant likes part to full shade and average moisture. It grows 6 to 36 inches tall and wide. Small flowers appear in shades from blue to white.

Pairs well with Rex begonia, New guinea impatiens, Angel wings, and Sparkler sedge.

Native range

Tropical and subtropical Asia to northern Australia.